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otiose vs idle

idle vs otiose

otiose is not a noun while idle is a noun.

otiose and idle both are adjectives.

otiose is not a verb while idle is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
otiose No Yes No No
idle Yes Yes Yes No
otiose (noun) idle (noun)
the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling
otiose (adjective) idle (adjective)
disinclined to work or exertion not in action or at work
producing no result or effect silly or trivial
serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being not in active use
lacking a sense of restraint or responsibility
not having a job
not yielding a return
without a basis in reason or fact
otiose (verb) idle (verb)
run disconnected or idle
be idle; exist in a changeless situation
Difference between otiose and idle

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